Cambourne Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Cambourne's crime profile in January 2025 shows a continued trajectory of decline, with the overall rate of 4.0 per 1,000 residents placing the area 43.7% below the UK average. This figures stands in stark contrast to the national picture, where the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000 highlights the area's relative safety. The breakdown of crime types reveals a distinct profile: violence and sexual offences accounted for 34.0% of total incidents (16 cases), followed by shoplifting (23.4%, 11 cases) and anti-social behaviour (12.8%, 6 cases). These figures suggest a mix of persistent and transient crime patterns, with violent crime remaining a significant concern despite its decline. The seasonal context of January — a post-holiday period marked by reduced retail activity and shorter daylight hours — likely contributes to the lower overall crime rate, though this may not fully explain the sharp drop in violent incidents. The area's built-up nature within a rural district may also play a role, with shoplifting and anti-social behaviour linked to local amenities and community dynamics. While violence and sexual offences are 44% below the UK average, shoplifting in Cambourne is 45% above the national figure, indicating a need for targeted interventions in retail areas. This contrast with the UK's broader trends underscores the importance of localized analysis, as factors such as community engagement, policing strategies, and infrastructure can shape crime outcomes in ways that diverge from national averages.

The month-on-month trend reveals a combination of shifts in crime categories. Violence and sexual offences declined sharply by 33.3%, dropping from 24 to 16 incidents — the largest absolute decrease in any category. This aligns with the post-holiday seasonal context, where reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours may limit opportunities for such crimes. Conversely, other theft surged by 300% (from 1 to 4 incidents), marking the most dramatic increase. This spike could reflect heightened activity during colder weather, when indoor spaces and personal belongings are more frequently targeted. Shoplifting also rose slightly, increasing by 8.3% despite remaining below the UK average for the category. Bicycle theft — at 0.2 per 1,000 residents — is 300% above the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000, a figure that may be influenced by the area's built-up nature and potential for theft near local amenities. These contrasting trends highlight the need for targeted policing strategies that address both seasonal fluctuations and persistent vulnerabilities.

January 2025 saw Cambourne's crime rate drop to 4.0 per 1,000 residents, a 5.9% decrease from December's 4.2 per 1,000. This marks the second consecutive month of decline, though the pace slowed compared to previous trends. Daily crime activity averaged 2 incidents per day over the 31-day period, a figure that reflects the area's low overall rate but remains a local metric without UK-wide comparison. When scaled to the population, this translates to one reported crime for every 253 residents over the month — a ratio that underscores the area's relatively safe profile compared to national averages. The shift in crime mix between December and January is notable: while violent crime fell by 33.3% (from 24 to 16 incidents), property-related offences like shoplifting and other theft saw increases, suggesting seasonal influences may be reshaping local crime patterns. This contrast with the UK's broader trends highlights Cambourne's distinct character as a built-up area within a rural district, where community dynamics and local infrastructure likely play a role in shaping these outcomes.